Front Reprod Health February 2024 PMID 38486847

Fear, misinformation, and pharmaceutical messianism in the promotion of compounded bioidentical hormone therapy.

Robert P Kauffman, Eric J MacLaughlin, Lindsay A Courtney, David D Vineyard

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Participants demonstrate high engagement by critically examining how advocates use exaggerated claims to promote cBHT, such as labeling it as more natural despite lacking scientific backing. The tone is often skeptical, emphasizing the role of fear and misinformation, which underscores the significance of addressing the publication's insights and raising awareness about health misinformation efforts.

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The majority of discussions acknowledge concerns about misinformation and criticize the promotional tactics used to support compounded bioidentical hormone therapy.

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The discussions display high interest, with many participants engaging deeply to analyze controversy and underlying motives.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments often reflect thoughtful critiques, referencing the dynamics of fear-mongering and distrust in mainstream medicine.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions highlight the importance of awareness around misinformation, although the immediate influence on public opinion appears moderate.

Abstract in brief

  • Despite the availability of FDA-approved hormone therapies, compounded bioidentical hormone therapy (cBHT) remains popular in Western countries, driven by fears and misinformation.
  • Advocates often use false or exaggerated claims to promote cBHT, feeding into consumer anxieties and distrust of mainstream medical treatments.
  • The promotion of cBHT is powered by a form of pharmaceutical messianism, where advocates position it as a safer or more natural alternative despite lack of scientific support.]

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